Flaggers work closely to open traffic lanes which makes them a high-risk profession. They might get hit by distracted, speeding, or intoxicated drivers, leading to severe or even fatal injuries. To … [Read more...] about Vision-Based Turn Signal Recognition for Automated Flagging
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Research Explores Safer Work Zones for Flaggers
Highway workers face significant dangers, exacerbated by erratic driver behavior in work zones. In response, agencies like the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) have pursued innovative … [Read more...] about Research Explores Safer Work Zones for Flaggers
When Road Construction Meets the Railroad: Flagging Coordination Practices
Railroads often require flaggers to be present during construction projects that are within or near a railroad right-of-way. Specially certified railroad flaggers hold trains clear of the work limits, … [Read more...] about When Road Construction Meets the Railroad: Flagging Coordination Practices
Evaluation of End-of-Queue Crash Mitigation Strategies at Flagging Stations on Two-Lane Roads
The objective of this research project was to identify and evaluate strategies to mitigate end-of-queue crashes at flagging stations on two-lane roads. The research team evaluated the following … [Read more...] about Evaluation of End-of-Queue Crash Mitigation Strategies at Flagging Stations on Two-Lane Roads
Vision-Based Automated Flagging System in Construction
Flaggers are a high-risk profession. They are always required to work closely with the open traffic lanes. Any distracted, speeding or intoxicated drivers might hit them, leading to their injuries and … [Read more...] about Vision-Based Automated Flagging System in Construction
Effective Signing Strategies and Signal Displays for Work Zone Driveway Assistance Devices
Work zones that include a single lane closure on a two-lane, two-way roadway present unique traffic control challenges. In these situations, traffic regulators (i.e., flaggers or temporary traffic … [Read more...] about Effective Signing Strategies and Signal Displays for Work Zone Driveway Assistance Devices